31
Mar
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Just Me Talking, Marketing
If you're new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed right now, before you forget, to get the latest posts. Thanks for visiting! I couldn’t pass on this news out of the U.K. today. A new study out by the Fawcett Society says the practice of entertaining clients in lap-dancing ...[Read More]
30
Mar
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Just Me Talking
The following search phrase that someone just used to find this blog have me scratching my head. “the strange guy who gives financial advice” Thanks, I think? I’m not sure if I should be thrilled that I’ve made an impression or worried that my view of financial reality ...[Read More]
29
Mar
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Just Me Talking
Recently, presidential candidate Barack Obama, a black man running for the highest office in America, gave a tremendous speech about the racial issues that continue to fester and simmer in America. An being a proud American, it made me think back about my up bringing and my values. I have nothing ...[Read More]
13
Mar
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Just Me Talking
I wish I had more time in my life for reading because this book looks like an interesting read. Book Description: On July 6, 2003, four months after the United States invaded Iraq, former ambassador Joseph Wilson’s now historic op-ed, “What I Didn’t Find in Africa,” ...[Read More]
13
Feb
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Just Me Talking
Made it from Rocky Mount, NC to Columbia, SC today. A collection of pictures from the day. Danny (Mandy’s fiance from England) and Cody, the chilled out Jack Russell Terrier. Interesting sign. As if the fire trucks and police cars were not enough to let you know it was an emergency ...[Read More]
11
Feb
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Just Me Talking
Here is a little review of interesting sites on Saturday and Sunday. Warning: I get grief for having pictures of good looking women on this blog but I just had to show you this picture of some sweet nips. If you object looking at nips, don’t look at the picture below. Click here to see ...[Read More]
09
Feb
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Just Me Talking
“Let me be honest with you.” Don’t you hate it when people say that to you? I do. It always makes me think that everything else out of their mouth has been a lie. So you want to be honest now? What have you been up to this point? I think what people really mean to say is ...[Read More]
06
Feb
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Aviation Related, Just Me Talking
It’s nice to see a different part of life when you feel like you are stuck in a rut at times. Life in the financial world and helping people conquer debt is fine but there is a wider and broader life out there. Yesterday I flew from Ireland to New York. A nice long flight but I made it to ...[Read More]
05
Feb
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Just Me Talking, Money Management
Recently Nancy, a loyal reader on this site posted a comment on Stressful Monday Hottie Pic - Alyssa Milano. Her comment was: Steve - you know I’ve been a fan for years, but this was a real turn-off. You’re doing something wonderful in the world - helping people ...[Read More]
03
Feb
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Blog, Just Me Talking, Web
My Blog Niche is Missing and Alone I read so much stuff about finding your blog niche so people know what you are about. But for the life of me I can’t identify mine. Here is what I do know, I like to write about those things that interest me without boundaries. While my professional life ...[Read More]
03
Feb
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Just Me Talking, Web
Reading about the billions Yahoo founders Jerry Yang and David Filo may be getting made me feel old. And I guess in Internet years, I am. Back when I first got on the web in 1993 I used to email with Jerry Yang for Yahoo help and directory stuff and Vint Cerf for internet issues. The net has ...[Read More]
26
Jan
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Just Me Talking
There are a few things that I miss desperately from home in the U.S. now that I’m living in England. And for the life of me I can’t figure out why they aren’t here in the U.K. So here is my Please God list of things I really, really miss. Taco Bell For the life of me I ...[Read More]
23
Jan
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Just Me Talking, Wa-Wa-What
Broadcasters claim that social networking sites make “these young people” want to kill themselves. Listen also to BBC excerpt of what is supposed to be the English language.
23
Jan
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Just Me Talking, Marketing
So I had this theme song commissioned to use for a new section of the site that I have not gotten around to just yet. I don’t know about you but it makes me smile when I hear it. Helen and I were just sitting here in my office listening to it and laughing. A fun way to start the day. I hope ...[Read More]
23
Jan
2008
Posted by Steve Rhode as Just Me Talking, Stressful Monday
There is nothing emotionally redeeming or culturally innovative about this post but it made me smile so I’m sharing it with you. The best thing about this picture is that it actually leaves plenty up to the imagination and isn’t overtly “nipples in your face”. If you are ...[Read More]